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Fall River MA 02724 · License #P-260307 · Center · Center-Based Care
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Staff Records
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Evacuation procedures posted at each exit
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Individual Health Care Plan (IHCP)
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Current consent for administered medications
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At the time of the visit, in a review of three staff files, the documentation was not fully complete. Staff A was missing a staff form. Staff C was missing documentation of interview date, documentation of two MMR vaccines and had expired bi-monthly observations. The program must maintain a personnel record for each staff member, as outlined by the staff record checklist.
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At the time of the visit, the program had evacuation routes posted at all exits, but did not have program specific evacuation procedures. Written emergency/ evacuation procedures must be posted next to each exit.
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At the time of the visit, in a review of two students IHCPs, the documentation was not fully complete. Student D had an expired doctor provided IHCP. The licensee must maintain as part of a child's record, an individual health care plan for each child with a chronic medical condition, which has been diagnosed by a licensed health care practitioner.
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At the time of the visit, in a review of two students IHCPs and the corresponding medication consent documentation, the documentation was not fully complete. Student C was prescribed three medications - one of their medication consent documents was missing documentation of the name and phone number of the practitioner.
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Staff Records
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Children's Records
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Outdoor Space
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Allergies, medical info, special diets, emergency medications; privacy protected
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Evacuation procedures posted at each exit
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Individual Health Care Plan (IHCP)
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Emergency medications readily available
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Current consent for administered medications
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At the time of the visit, in a review of three educators files, the information was not fully complete. Two educators were missing documentation of date of interview and had an expired PQR. One educator was missing documentation of EEC certification, PQR, CPR, and staff observations. One educator had expired staff observations. The program must maintain a personnel record for each staff member as outlined by the staff record checklist.
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At the time of the visit, in a review of three students files, the documentation was not fully complete. Two students were missing documentation of lead screening. One student was missing documentation of date of admission and first aid/emergency medical consent and release. Children's records must have all required applicable documentation according to the Children's Record Checklist.
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At the time of the visit it was observed that the playground area had a small slide that did not have an adequate fall zone. The rubber mulch depth was roughly 0.5 inches under and around the slide. It was observed that the small slide and a ride on car track did not have a use zone of six feet in all directions. The use zone should extend a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the slide and the ride on car track. At the time of the visit the Director removed the small slide from the playground. The outdoor space must be properly maintained and free of hazards.
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At the time of the visit, it was observed that an allergy list with diagnosed health conditions and prescribed medications was posted in the hallway. The list was visible and not posted in a manner that protects the privacy of each child. Allergy Lists must be posted in a manner that protects the privacy of each child.
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At the time of the visit it was observed that all classrooms had evacuation routes posted with generic "fire drill rules" posted. The evacuation procedures were missing. Next to each exit, the emergency evacuation procedures must be posted.
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At the time of the visit in a review of two IHCPs, the documentation was not fully complete. One IHCP was missing documentation of the students date of birth, educators trained on the health condition and potential consequences if medication was not provided. The licensee must maintain as part of a child's record, an individual health care plan for each child with a chronic medical condition, which has been diagnosed by a licensed health care practitioner. The plan must describe the chronic condition, its symptoms, any medical treatment that may be necessary while the child is in care, the potential side effects of that treatment, and the potential consequences to the child's health if the treatment is not administered.
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At the time of the visit, in a review of two students IHCPs and the corresponding prescribed medications, one student was missing one of their prescribed medications. Emergency or life-saving medications, such as asthma inhalers and epinephrine auto-injectors, for any children for whom they have been prescribed must be readily available.
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At the time of the visit, in a review of two IHCPs and the corresponding medication consent documentation, the documentation was not fully complete. One student was prescribed two medications; one medication consent was missing documentation on if the student had previously taken the medication and the times the medication was to be provided. The second medication consent document indicated that the student was to take the medication "every morning", "upon arrival" however it was identified that the student does not take this medication daily. All medications must be accompanied by written parental consent and healthcare practitioner authorization when required.
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Staff meeting documentation
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Staff Records - R Apr 2025
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Record of injuries, behavior incidents, accidents, emergencies
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Exits clear
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Indoor Space
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Playground free from hazards; fenced if applicable
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Documentation of medication administration; Current consent for medications
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Individual Health Care Plan (IHCP) - R Apr 2025
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The program did not have documentation of meetings for July through October 2023.
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The program did not have documentation of ongoing staff observations since March 2023 for one staff.
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The program did not have a record of injuries, behavior incidents, accidents, emergencies.
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During the visit, the side exit was used. There were several items that were in the path of egress. This licensor tripped on an item when entering the program.
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The following were observed: -Plastic bags and rubber gloves were on a shelf that would be accessible to children. -The front door was unable to be opened at the time of the visit. -A cord over 6 inches was accessible to children.
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The outdoor area rug surfacing was buckled, creating a trip hazard in several areas.
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The medication consent in one child's file did not indicate what medication the child was prescribed/ to be given, or have any information regarding dosage.
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The IHCP for one child was not signed by the child's parent.
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Playground free from hazards; fenced if applicable
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Evacuation procedures posted at each exit; Exit signs and diagrams as required
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Individual Health Care Plan (IHCP) - R Apr 2025
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Staff monitor environment for hazards-Hazardous items not accessible to children
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Cement borders were accessible to children on the playground.
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Evacuation procedures were not posted at exits.
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There was not an Individual Health Care Plan for one child with a (REDACTED) at the program.
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In the Toddler Room, pack and plays and sleep cots were piled up in a stack, not secured, and tippable. At the doorway leading to the playground were hazards, including a container of bleach. This area is accessible to children going outside to the playground.
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Toxic Substances
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Staff Records - R Apr 2025
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A review of five staff records indicated that four records did not have evidence of a completed program orientation checklist.
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The following was observed and accessible to children: -In the Toddler and Preschool classrooms, there was an open box of gloves. -In the Toddler classroom, there was a vacuum located next to the classroom door.
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